Point-of-Care Testing for Chlamydia and Gonorrhoea: Implications for Clinical Practice

201432 citationsJournal Articlegold Open Access

Authors

Lisa Natoli · UNSW Sydney

Lisa Maher · UNSW Sydney

Mark Shephard · Flinders University

Belinda Hengel

Annie Tangey · Ngaanyatjarra Health Service

Steven G. Badman · UNSW Sydney

James Ward

Rebecca Guy · UNSW Sydney

Abstract

The introduction of POC testing to improve STI service delivery requires careful consideration of both its advantages and limitations. The findings of this study will inform protocols for the implementation of CT/NG POC testing, and also STI testing and management guidelines.

Topics & Keywords

Reproductive tract infections research Syphilis Diagnosis and Treatment Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Gender equality

Publication Details

Published in: PLoS ONE

Volume 9, Issue 6, pp. e100518-e100518

DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0100518

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